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New Zealand - Fresh or Chilled Cuts of Chicken - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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New Zealand: Fresh Chicken Cut Market 2025

Fresh Chicken Cut Market Size in New Zealand

After four years of growth, the New Zealand fresh chicken cut market decreased by -8.3% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, recorded prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

Fresh Chicken Cut Production in New Zealand

In value terms, fresh chicken cut production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 105% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Fresh Chicken Cut Exports

Exports from New Zealand

In 2021, shipments abroad of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken increased by 98% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, exports saw significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fresh chicken cut exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 125% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Fiji (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of fresh chicken cut exports from New Zealand, with a combined 72% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Fiji (with a CAGR of +44.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), Hong Kong SAR ($X) and French Polynesia ($X) constituted the largest markets for fresh chicken cut exported from New Zealand worldwide, together comprising 87% of total exports. These countries were followed by Fiji, Kiribati, Papua New Guinea and Samoa, which together accounted for a further 11%.

Fiji, with a CAGR of +50.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average fresh chicken cut export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a pronounced expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, fresh chicken cut export price decreased by -0.8% against 2017 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 21%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Kiribati ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+6.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fresh Chicken Cut Imports

Imports into New Zealand

In 2021, approx. X tons of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken were imported into New Zealand; therefore, remained relatively stable against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports posted strong growth. The smallest decline of -50.9% was in 2014. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fresh chicken cut imports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The smallest decline of -6.5% was in 2014. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Samoa (X tons) was the main fresh chicken cut supplier to New Zealand, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Samoa was relatively modest.

In value terms, Samoa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken to New Zealand.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Samoa was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average fresh chicken cut import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 90% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Samoa.

From 2013 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +90.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fresh chicken cut consumption was China, accounting for 13% of total volume. Moreover, fresh chicken cut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 4.5% share.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 24% share of global production. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Brazil, Russia, Poland, Bangladesh, Japan, the Netherlands and Ethiopia, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken to New Zealand?

In value terms, Samoa constituted the largest supplier of fresh chicken cut to New Zealand.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken from New Zealand?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong SAR and French Polynesia constituted the largest markets for fresh chicken cut exported from New Zealand worldwide, with a combined 88% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in New Zealand?

In 2021, the average fresh chicken cut export price amounted to $6,061 per ton, jumping by 30% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in New Zealand?

The average fresh chicken cut import price stood at $925 per ton in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh chicken cut market in New Zealand. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10121050 - Fresh or chilled cuts of chicken

Country coverage:

New Zealand

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in New Zealand
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024